Recreation

Browse recommendations for recreational activities in Long Island. Read reviews and guides for beaches, parks, fitness, and more on Newsday.com.

Amanda Kawiecki, left, Chad Davis, Christopher Korte, Karen

LI wineries offering VIP tastings

Even in winter, wine tasting parties uncork a host of amenities, including rooms with private tables.

Family 50 places every LI family should check out
Find out where LI parents love to take their kids.
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Long Island Getaways Off-season hot spots for 20-somethings
If you’re a member of Long Island’s millennial crowd looking for popular stops where the crowd leans under-30 in age, check out these spots.
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Recreation LI sports clubs, recreation centers with indoor pools
From New Hyde Park to Montauk, indoor pools are open to the public all winter long.
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Recreation Is it haunted? Secrets of Lake Ronkonkoma
While the mile-wide lake might seem like an innocent place, keep these stories in mind the next time you walk along its shore.
1/16/19
Family Big thrills on LI: 15 unique things to do
Tackle the tallest water slide, try the largest slice of pizza and even see a 900-pound pig.
1/15/19
Family 7 must-see natural wonders on LI
Just because it's cold, doesn't mean families can't have fun outdoors.
1/15/19
Recreation Best places on LI to observe the night sky
Here are the best places on the Island to learn about and observe the night sky.
1/15/19
Family 12 fun LI places for career-minded kids
A firefighter? An actor? President? There is something fun for children to do on LI no matter what they want to be.
1/14/19
Towns 11 secrets of Jones Beach
No matter how many times you've soaked up the sun or strolled along the boardwalk of this iconic park, there are probably still things you didn't know about Jones Beach.
1/14/19
Jessica Damiano When (and why) you should water evergreens in winter
DEAR JESSICA: I received this plant as a gift, but I don't know what it ...
1/14/19